Our People

The Owner
Ward Bates – A rider for over 25 years (wood-soled Duegis, enough said, right?) and racing in some form for most of those. Nationally ranked competitive swimmer until 19 years old, and then discovered a social life. Races as a Category 2 when family life allows, but spends most of his time in the 35+ field -- when he actually shows up to race (see "social life" above).

The Short Guy
Darrell Cunningham (aka DC) – Although he is a fixture in the Central Florida cycling world, Darrell is relatively new to the retail world, but has a knack for it. He's a category 2 road rider, but like so many others spends most of his time in the masters class, these days. He has ridden and raced all over the country -- and lots of other countries, as well. His energy is contagious and though he is tiny, but there is a huge amount of cycling knowledge in that little body.

 

The Tall Guy
Tic Bowen  –  Tic has been around the cycling industry for years and on the bike is probably one of the most graceful riders that you will see. Effortlessly strong, he is. His passion is his art, but cycling is a close second. His artwork graces the store and definitely makes it a more interesting place to be.

 

The Wrench
Daryl Jones (aka DJ) – The Wrench handles all things service related and he’s THE guy you want working on your bike. A top finisher in several AMBC mountain bike races across the country, he’s also got over 20 years of road riding and service experience. Probably the best mechanic the area has seen, but he’s so quiet that no one knows about him. He won’t brag about his mad skillz, so we will. He was previously the head of all service for David’s World Cycles, but “wanted to get back to the basics” and actually work on bikes, again. He’s got way too many certifications to list, but believe us, he knows his way around any bike out there.

 

The Kid
Will Willis – His parents dropped him off at a shop when he was 12 and are coming to get him next year, we hear. In the meantime, he lives under the counter and absorbs everything. We let him out to ride occasionally, where he is a recent graduate from the Junior field to a Category 2. Looks can be deceiving and The Kid will amaze you with his knowledge of all things bike-related. He really knows way too much for someone his age and at times we actually get concerned.

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